Published on 4 May 2023
Did you know Camden Council area has 11,190 0-4 year olds making up 9.4% of the Camden population? and 22.4% of the Camden Council population are parents and homebuilders.
These statistics from the recent 2021 ABS Census data highlights Camden Council has a high number of families with children under 4 years, with a larger number of new parents in the Camden area than the rest of greater Sydney.
Being a new parent can be scary and daunting time, especially when parents might not be sure where to go for the right supports. It can also be difficult for new parents who have recently moved to the Camden area to be able to build connections with other new parents. We have put together a list of local supports and services that are available for new parents.
Mental Health Supports
For When - mental health support for expecting and new parents
Perinatal Depression & Anxiety Helpline - PND | ForWhen
Gidget Foundation- Supporting the emotional wellbeing of expectant and new parents
Home (gidgetfoundation.org.au)
Baby and Child Health
Narellan Community Health Centre - children and family health nursing services provided for children aged 0-5 years and their families
SWSLHD - Primary & Community Health (nsw.gov.au)
For all NSW Health services, referrals and appointments contact TRIPLE I HUB on 1800 455 511
Family Support Services
Big Yellow Umbrella - provide a range of Community Wellbeing programs, children and families services and parenting programs
Community Wellbeing - Big Yellow Umbrella
Uniting Family Connect and Support - supporting NSW families to identify needs and support addressing these needs.
E: SWSFCSintake@uniting.org
W: South West Sydney Family Connect and Support
Adress: Level 4, 90 Podium Way Oran Park NSW
Playgroups and Parent Groups
Playgroups and parent groups is a great way to meet and connect with other parents, as well as an opportunity for children to develop and learn through play. To see which playgroup is best for you, Directory » Camden Kids
Mothers Group - Breast Feeding Association Australia Mother's Group Morning Tea - Breastfeeding Basics - Spring Farm NSW
Parent Groups - speak to your local Child and Family Health Clinic
Dad's Group - About Dads Groups — Dads Group
Parent and Bub Yoga- Parent and Bub yoga is a program provided by Camden Council in collaboration with CORE Kids Yoga. It is a 6 week program, focusing on supporting new parents to engage in gentle exercise, connect with their bub, other new parents and support services. Bookings can be made here Book a Class| CORE Kids Kids Yoga
Helplines
Parent Line- 1300 1300 52
For When- 1300 24 23 22
Lifeline- 13 11 14
Triple I- 1800 455 511